Flag Day celebration held in Carson City
As the 250th birthday of the US Army was celebrated in Washington, D.C., the Nevada National Guard hosted a Flag Day celebration today in Carson City.
Nevada Guard, State Archives hold event to celebrate U.S.Army’s 250th birthday, Flag Day at Capitol on June 14
Nevada Guard, State Archives hold event to celebrate U.S. Army’s 250th birthday, Flag Day at Capitol on June 14.
The Nevada National Guard is set to host its 27th annual Flag Day Ceremony and the U.S. Army’s 250th Birthday celebration in partnership with Nevada State Archives at 10 a.m. on Wednesday, June 14, at the Veterans Memorial on the Capitol Grounds, 101 N. Carson St.
Historic Washington Elm re-dedicated on Arbor Day as part of America 250 Commemoration
The Nevada State Society of the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR), in partnership with the Battle Born and Nevada Sagebrush Chapters, will host a re-dedication ceremony for the historic Washington Elm on Friday, April 25, at 10 a.m. on the Capitol grounds in Carson City. The event is free and open to the public.
America250 Nevada Announces Celebratory Ceremony: Two Lights for Tomorrow
Nevada will join other states in the nation in a ceremony called Two Lights for Tomorrow. A nationwide initiative, this is a commemoration of the famous ride of Paul Revere along with other riders to warn patriot leaders on an overnight ride on April 18, 1775. Their goal was to alert Samuel Adams and John Hancock in Lexington, and colonial militias in nearby towns about the approach of British troops before the Battles of Lexington and Concord, thus sparking the Revolutionary War. Two Lights for Tomorrow uses the imagery of those two shining lights as a uniting call for our citizens to celebrate and serve.
America250 Nevada Commission Held First Meeting, Outlined Initiatives, and Fundraising Goals
The first meeting of the America250 Nevada Commission was held online today with the newly appointed commissioners with Congressman Mark Amodei as chair. The agenda included the voting of a vice chair, identifying fundraising goals, and an outline of the state’s plans from staff and partners.
Governor Joe Lombardo Announces America250 Nevada, Encourages Nevadans to Begin Planning to be part of America250
Nevada Governor Joe Lombardo called on Nevadans to begin preparing for the nation's 250th birthday in 2026. At a press conference held earlier today at the Governor’s Mansion in Carson City, Governor Lombardo introduced America250, a non-partisan national initiative to honor the anniversary of the United States of America.
LAS VEGAS STUDENT SELECTED AS FIRST-EVER ‘AMERICA’S FIELD TRIP’ AWARDEE
Nevada Student to Receive Unforgettable Field Trip Experience as Part of Nationwide Scholastic Contest. Second-Place Awardees to Receive $500 Cash Award
Ways to participate
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Our Nevada Stories
Our Nevada Stories vehicle will crisscross the state interviewing leaders, historians, and the Nevadans that have created the state as we know it. Their stories along with the accounts of our residents will frame up and build out the voice of our land.
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Nevada Gives
36 various volunteer projects will be created throughout the state. Gather your friends, co-workers, and neighbors and join us. Now is the time to come together—our actions today will inspire the next chapter in our state’s story
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Civic Seal and Scholarships
support schools, students, and educators who exemplify a commitment to civic engagement and leadership through the Nevada School of Civic Excellence program.
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Plan a Community Event
From local festivals and educational workshops to storytelling sessions and volunteer projects, Nevadans are coming together to reflect on our past and dream about our future.
